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37231-28-0

Name MELITTIN
CAS 37231-28-0
EINECS(EC#) 253-417-7
Molecular Formula C131H229N39O31
MDL Number MFCD00076868
Molecular Weight 2846.46
MOL File 37231-28-0.mol
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Chemical Properties

Definition A polypeptide derived from bee venom that has strong antibacterial activity, especially against Staphylococcus aureus 80 which is resistant to penicillin. It inhibits growth of many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Appearance solid
Melting point  >121°C (dec.)
Fp  112 °C
storage temp.  2-8°C
solubility  Water (Slightly)
form  White to off-white powder.
color  White to Light Yellow
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Merck  13,5846
Uses
Antirheumatic drug.

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  T,Xn
Risk Statements 
Safety Statements 
RIDADR  UN 3462 6.1/PG 1
WGK Germany  3
RTECS  OS3965000
F  10-21

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